1890s Antique English Silver Plated Presentation Serving Tray

Description

This is an antique presentation serving tray. An English, silver plated afternoon tea platter, dating to the late Victorian period, … more This is an antique presentation serving tray. An English, silver plated afternoon tea platter, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1895.

Prize-winning celebration tray with fascinating detail
Displays a desirable aged patina, with light tarnishing from decades of gentle polishing
Bright, reflective silver plate beams with crisp tonality
Attractive shaped handles adorned with scrolled leaf decoration

Engraved upon a diamond lozenge to centre, with pattern border to tray edge
Engraving reads '1st Prize, San Stefano Regatta, 5th September, 1897 - Gwyneth
Further personally engraved to a Stephen Nowill
Maker's marks to rear bear the Nowill name and D* trademark for John Nowill of Sheffield

This is a striking and fascinating antique serving tray, with appealing finish and personalised interest. Delivered polished and ready for afternoon tea.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 72cm (28.25'')
Max Depth: 46.5cm (18.25'')
Max Height: 5.5cm (2.25'')

Internal Width: 51.5cm (20.25'')
Internal Depth: 39.5cm (15.5'')
Internal Height: 2.5cm (1'') less